Why is my rescue cat scratching her neck and head until it bleeds?

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Hello, our new rescue cat approximately 1 year old keep scratching her neck, sometime top of her head until she bleeds. We tried switching food to sensitive allergie food no difference. Thank you. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. Scratching to this degree could still be the result of some sensitivity, to fleas, pollens or other environmental stimulants. Very few cats will scratch because of a food sensitivity. Most of these cats will vomit or have diarrhea. It is possible that fleas may be the cause, so even though you may not see any fleas on her, you should use a good flea product on a regular basis, even if Maarten is strictly indoors. You might want to have your veterinarian examine her to rule out a parasitic issue, infection, the presence of ear mites, & possibly try a short course of steroids to see if this allows the lesions to heal. Then you can work on the possible underlying cause of her sensitivities. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Why is my rescue cat scratching her neck and head until it bleeds?

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